Southwest Medical University is a public medical institution in Luzhou, Sichuan, China, that was founded in 1951. Formerly known as Luzhou Medical College, the university is recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and accepts international students.
Campuses and facilities
The university has two campuses, Zhongshan and Chengbei, which include modern infrastructure and facilities. It is affiliated with multiple teaching hospitals, providing students with practical training opportunities.
Programs for international students
The university offers several English-taught programs for international students.
Undergraduate
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS): This is a 6-year program (5 years of academic learning and 1 year of clinical internship) taught in English.
Postgraduate
- Master’s programs: The university offers 3-year Master’s degrees in various fields, including:
- Orthodontics-Stomatology
- Psychiatry and Mental Health
- Gastroenterology-Medicine
- Nephrology-Medicine
Admission requirements
Specific requirements may vary based on the program and the applicant’s country of origin. General admission criteria for international students typically include:
- High school diploma or equivalent, with a background in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- Age between 17 and 30 for MBBS applicants.
- Minimum academic percentage, with some sources mentioning 50% in PCB for MBBS.
- A valid NEET score is generally required for Indian applicants.
- Passing an interview.
Ranking
The university’s rankings differ depending on the source. Some rankings from 2025 include:
- Center for World University Rankings (CWUR): 1406th globally, 250th nationally, and 508th in Asia.
- U.S. News & World Report: 1904th in Best Global Universities.
- mbbsadmissionabroad.in: 1931st globally and 296th nationally.